Nima Sarai - English Bazar, Malda
Nima Sarai is a village situated in the English Bazar subdivision of Malda district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 5.6 km from Malda and around 5.1 km from English Bazar. Kotwali serves as the Gram Panchayat for Nima Sarai village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Nima Sarai is 313384. The village covers a total geographical area of 58.9 hectares and falls under the 732102 pincode. Malda is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Nima Sarai village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Englishbazar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Maldaha Dakshin Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Nima Sarai
As per Census 2011, Nima Sarai village has a total population of 2,995 people, consisting of 1,515 males and 1,480 females. The village has 643 households and a sex ratio of 976 females per 1,000 males. There are 373 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,929 literate and 1,066 illiterate residents. Additionally, 601 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 254 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Nima Sarai are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,995 | 1,515 | 1,480 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 373 | 180 | 193 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 601 | 310 | 291 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 254 | 131 | 123 |
| Literate Population | 1,929 | 1,028 | 901 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,066 | 487 | 579 |
Nearby Villages of Nima Sarai
Nima Sarai is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Jatalpur | West | 0.80 km |
| Itakhola | North | 1.07 km |
| Arapur | West | 2.06 km |
| Uttar Gobindapur | North-West | 2.12 km |
| Anandipur | North | 2.58 km |
| Sultanpur | West | 3.08 km |
| Uttar Nazirpur | West | 3.18 km |
| Bagbari (ct) | South-West | 3.25 km |
| Jot Gopal | North-West | 3.35 km |
| Sahazalalpur | North-West | 3.60 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Nima Sarai
Nima Sarai is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Old Malda, while the nearest airport is Malda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 0.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Malda to Nima Sarai is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from English Bazar to Nima Sarai is about 5.1 km, with the usual travel time around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Nima Sarai
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Nima Sarai village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Nima Sarai
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Nima Sarai village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Nima Sarai
Where is Nima Sarai located?
Nima Sarai village is located in English Bazar Subdivision, Malda district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Nima Sarai?
The Gram Panchayat of Nima Sarai is Kotwali.
What is the pincode of Nima Sarai?
The pincode of Nima Sarai is 732102.
What is the population of Nima Sarai?
Nima Sarai has a total population of 2,995, including 1,515 males and 1,480 females.
How many households are there in Nima Sarai?
There are 643 households in Nima Sarai.
What is the literacy rate in Nima Sarai?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Nima Sarai is 64.41%. Male literacy is 67.85% and female literacy is 60.88%.